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Beat the Heat, Princeton!

98, 101, 105… do you recognize these numbers? You should, they’ve been the temperatures Princeton’s been facing this summer. In what’s been deemed the scorcher, people around town have been looking for ways to stay cool and beat the heat.

If it’s one thing I know, it’s how to keep cool when things get warm!

Fresh Food! I don’t know about you, but when the weather gets hot, the last thing I want to eat is something heavy and greasy. Light, flavorful, and satisfying is the name of the game!

Yankee Doodle Tap RoomNow, I may be partial to the Tap Room, but since Chef Nino unveiled the new menus, there are so many fun fresh choices! (My favorite are the Mixed Fruit and Shrimp Salad and the Fish Tacos!)

Tico’s Eatery & Juice BarOne of the most talked about places (and another one of my favorites) in Princeton is Tico’s. Known for their delicious food (nothing is fried), fresh juices (juiced right in front of you), and amazing owners, put this on your list of must tries!

Anyone else drooling over this picture?

Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt! – PSSSSST! July 15th is National Ice Cream Day!!!!Creamy, cool, decadent, delicious… those are the words that come to my mind when I think about ice cream. When I need to indulge, here are a few of the places on the Square I head to!

Halo PubMade from milk and cream from their dairy farm. They offer more than 45 flavors of all natural ice creams … at half the price!

Bent SpoonSpecializing in artisan ice creams and sorbets in unimaginable flavors, you’re sure to find something original and appealing! Flavors change based on the season too!

Iced Coffee! Nothing screams summer more than iced coffee. Although an acquired taste, when you find that one perfect brew, it’s incredible! Starbucks and Small World Coffee are located near the Square and happen to serve a few varieties of iced coffees made to your liking!

Pools!Did you know Princeton is chock full of pools? Me either, but lucky for us, it is!

The Princeton Community Pool
Located off Witherspoon Street, the Community pool is open to all residents. Offers swim lessons, recreational water sports, swim teams, lap and general public swim.

Broadmead Swim ClubLocated on Broadmead Street close to Princeton University, this swim club offers a 20 meter swimming pool and a baby pool for the younger kids. Soak up some sun on the open lawn, or cool off in the shaded picnic area.

Nassau Swim ClubSurrounded by woods on Lower Springdale Road, The Nassau Swim Club gives its guests a few different swimming options. They have a six-lane Olympic style pool, a 13.5 foot deep diving pool, and a kiddie pool. Free swim lessons are available.

Willows Swim ClubThe Willows is located off Main Street in nearby Lawrenceville. Along with a large pool equipped with diving board, the club includes changing areas, showers, grills, a playground, and a volleyball court. The Willows prides itself on its “backyard” feel, inviting guests to mingle and have fun in a friendly and comfortable setting.

West Windsor Waterworks
Located in West Windsor Community Park on Princeton/Hightstown Road, Waterworks has everything your family needs to cool off, relax, and have fun this summer. A leisure pool, wading pool, lap pool, two story waterslide, concession stands, and recreation area with basketball courts are all available with memberships, which are discounted for local residents.

The Quarry Swim Club“The Old Swimming Hole Since 1928″ provides a unique swimming experience. Surrounded by natural rock cliffs is a 55 foot deep spring-fed lake, containing various floats and dive boards. There is also a large swimming pool, sand volleyball, and a picnic area with grills. A perfect spot to host parties or get-togethers while re-living those lazy summer days of the past.

What’s better on a hot summers day than sipping an iced cold beverage or digging into some ice cream? Other than sitting by a pool or in an air conditioned home, I can’t think of too many! But alas, we can’t stay inside all summer so let’s venture out, have some fun, and remain cool, shall we?